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Volkshochschule Freiburg
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Volkshochschule Freiburg e.V.
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vhs-freiburg.de
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Volkshochschule Freiburg e.V. is a registered association (eingetragener Verein) and publicly funded adult education center headquartered at Rotteckring 12 in Freiburg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. It serves adult learners across the Freiburg region with a comprehensive catalog spanning nine subject areas: Grundbildung (basic literacy), Politik/Gesellschaft/Umwelt, Kultur/Gestalten, Gesundheit, Fremdsprachen, Berufliche Bildung, Deutsch lernen (including Integrationskurse and Berufssprachkurse), Schulabschlüsse (via Abendgymnasium, Abendrealschule, and supplementary Hauptschulabschluss), and Spezial programs. Additional offerings include corporate and private training (Firmen-/Privat-Schulungen), Bildungszeit (educational leave) courses, the vhespresso short-course format, language placement testing, and an art program (Kunstkolleg).

The institution's technology stack centers on a TYPO3 CMS website with integrated course search, wishlist, shopping cart, and customer portal, supported by Zoom for Education for online delivery, mail2many newsletters via Atrivio GmbH, Eye-Able accessibility software, Google Analytics, and Klaro cookie consent management. Distribution runs through direct online enrollment, in-person registration at headquarters, phone/email channels, semiannual printed Programmheft brochures distributed to households, and national platforms including vhs.cloud and vhs.kursfinder. The institution is AZAV-certified through Quacert, holds the Alpha-Siegel accessibility seal, and is GDPR-compliant.

Volkshochschule Freiburg's revenue model combines per-course enrollment fees (with tiered discounts of 10% for students, trainees, unemployed, disabled, and Freiburgpass holders, and 40% for Bürgergeld recipients), BAMF-subsidized integration and vocational language courses, tuition for formal evening secondary programs, customized corporate training, and operating subsidies from the City of Freiburg. Governance sits with Chairwoman Christine Buchheit and Director Dr. Philine Weyrauch-Herrmann. The organization has no parent company, no external investors, and operates as an autonomous non-profit under the German registered-association framework.

Short descriptiontext

Volkshochschule Freiburg e.V. is a publicly funded, non-profit adult education center in Freiburg, Germany, delivering AZAV-certified courses across nine subject areas — including BAMF-funded integration programs, vocational training, and evening secondary school qualifications — to general learners, immigrants, and regional employers.

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Operating
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11–50
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HeadquartersFreiburg, Germany
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Freiburg
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Germany
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Europe
Markets served

Serves global market

Offices1 record

Each record includes

City, Country, Type, Description, Source

Keyword5 values
adult education services, vocational training programs, language instruction courses, continuing education center, community learning programs
Industry2 codes
1Workforce Development & Continuing Education Divisions (Noncredit)
CodeEDAHADAGPrimaryYes
2Subject-Specific Short Courses & Academies (e.g., STEM, Business, Arts)
CodeEDAIAIACPrimaryNo
NAICS code3 codes
  • All Other Schools and Instruction61169
  • Technical and Trade Schools6115
  • Other Schools and Instruction6116
SIC code1 code
  • Services-Educational Services8200
Product category
Adult Continuing Education
Social media profiles1 record
GTM motion1 record

Each record includes

Type, Description, Source

Revenue model5 records
1Course Enrollment Fees
TypeOne Time License
Description

Fees charged per course or per semester for enrolled participants. Discounts are available for students, trainees, unemployed persons, people with disabilities (10%), Freiburgpass holders (10%), and social welfare/basic income recipients (40%).

vhs-freiburg.de
2Publicly Funded Integration and Language Courses
TypeSubscription Recurring
Description

Integrationskurse (integration courses) and Berufssprachkurse (occupational language courses) are funded through government subsidies (BAMF), making them a structured revenue stream tied to regulatory enrollment quotas.

vhs-freiburg.de
3Evening Schools (Abendgymnasium & Abendrealschule)
TypeOne Time License
Description

Formal secondary education programs (Abendgymnasium, Abendrealschule, and nachträglicher Hauptschulabschluss) generating tuition-based revenue.

vhs-freiburg.de
4Corporate and Private Training
TypeProfessional Services
Description

Customized firm and private training (Firmen-/Privat-Schulungen) offered as B2B engagement for companies in the Freiburg region.

vhs-freiburg.de
5City of Freiburg Subsidies
TypeManaged Services
Description

The Volkshochschule receives financial funding from the City of Freiburg as a public education institution, supplementing course fee revenue.

vhs-freiburg.de
Marketing channels6 records

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Title, Type, Stage, Description, Source

Distribution channels5 records

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Title, Type, Scope, Target buyer, Description, Source

Cost components6 values
Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others
Pricing details3 tiers
1Standard course fee per participant per course or semester
ModelUnit PricingBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

Course fees vary by program type and duration. Discounts of 10% (students, trainees, unemployed, disabled, Freiburgpass) or 40% (social welfare/Bürgergeld recipients) upon proof submission. SEPA direct debit payment. Fees are charged per enrollment.

vhs-freiburg.de
2Integration and vocational language courses (BAMF-funded)
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceMulti-year contract
Notes

Government-subsidized integration courses and occupational language courses with regulated fees funded by the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF).

vhs-freiburg.de
3Evening school programs (Abendgymnasium, Abendrealschule)
ModelUnit PricingBilling cadenceAnnual
Notes

Tuition-based fees for formal secondary education programs, charged per semester.

vhs-freiburg.de
GTM typeB2C
B2C
Offering typeServices
Services
Core offering1 text field

Volkshochschule Freiburg e.V. is the municipal adult education center of Freiburg, delivering continuing education courses across nine program areas: Grundbildung, Politik/Gesellschaft/Umwelt, Kultur/Gestalten, Gesundheit, Fremdsprachen, Berufliche Bildung, Deutsch lernen, Schulabschlüsse, and Spezial. Beyond standard courses, it offers standalone programs including BAMF-funded Integrationskurse and Berufssprachkurse, formal school qualification tracks (Abendgymnasium, Abendrealschule), the Kunstkolleg art history cycle, Bildungszeit paid educational leave, and tailored corporate and private training.

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Product overview1 text field

Volkshochschule Freiburg is a community education center (Volkshochschule) offering a comprehensive adult education platform with diverse course offerings across multiple departments. The portfolio includes Grundbildung (basic literacy), Fremdsprachen (foreign languages including German as a foreign language), Berufliche Bildung (vocational training with IT and business software courses), Gesundheit (health and wellness), Kultur und Gestalten (culture and arts including the Kunstkolleg art program), Politik und Gesellschaft (political education), and Schulabschlüsse (secondary school qualifications). Specialized programs include Abendschulen (evening schools: Abendgymnasium and Abendrealschule), Integrationskurse (integration courses for immigrants), Berufssprachkurse (vocational German courses), Firmenschulungen (corporate training), and Bildungszeit (educational leave programs). The digital platform includes course search, online registration with shopping cart functionality, customer portal with account management, language placement testing, and online course delivery via video conferencing. The Sommer 2026 program marks the current seasonal offering cycle.

Product and service1 record
1Grundbildung (Basic Education)
Scale indicator2 records

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Type, Value, Description, Source

Partnership5 partners
1Netzwerk Fortbildung Baden-Württemberg
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

A regional network of continuing education providers in Baden-Württemberg. The Netzwerk Fortbildung logo appears in the partner/siegel section of the vhs Freiburg website footer.

vhs-freiburg.de
2Xpert Business
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

A standardized business and finance qualification system used by German Volkshochschulen. vhs Freiburg offers Xpert Business courses and the logo appears in the partner section.

3onlinevhs-bw.de (Online VHS Baden-Württemberg)
Strategic tierMinorTypeChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor
Description

A state-level online education platform for Baden-Württemberg Volkshochschulen, enabling online course delivery and broader program access. The onlinevhs-bw logo appears in the partner section.

vhs-freiburg.de
4Förderverein Pro vhs Freiburg e.V.
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

A supporting association (friends and sponsors' association) for vhs Freiburg. The Förderverein is listed under the 'Über uns' (About us) section and likely provides additional fundraising, event support, and community advocacy.

vhs-freiburg.de
5Stärke-Gutschein (Freiburg)
Strategic tierMinorTypeGTM or Marketing Partner
Description

A municipal voucher program in Freiburg to support participation in educational offerings. The Stärke-Gutschein logo appears in the partner section, suggesting cross-promotion or acceptance of these educational vouchers.

vhs-freiburg.de
Recent move6 records

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Expansion highlight5 records

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Competitive moat5 records

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Key risks6 records

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Key highlights6 records

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Segment5 records

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Ideal customer profile4 records

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Profile, Firmographic size, Sales motion, Sales cycle length, Buying structure, Purchase trigger, Buyer persona, Geography, Industry vertical, Primary use case, Description, Pain points, Evidence proof points, Target buyer

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Integration6 records

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Has app

Feature3 records

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Profiles2 records

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Compliance3 records

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Round, Amount USD, Date, Pre money valuation, Total investors, Investors, News

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Name, Type, Date of entry, Rounds participated, Website

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

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Name, Acquisition type, Announced date, Completed date, Status, Website, News

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Name, Round, Announced date, Lead investor, Website, News

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Volkshochschule Freiburg

Adult Continuing Educationvhs-freiburg.de

Volkshochschule Freiburg e.V. is a publicly funded, non-profit adult education center in Freiburg, Germany, delivering AZAV-certified courses across nine subject areas — including BAMF-funded integration programs, vocational training, and evening secondary school qualifications — to general learners, immigrants, and regional employers.

What Volkshochschule Freiburg does

Volkshochschule Freiburg e.V. is a registered association (eingetragener Verein) and publicly funded adult education center headquartered at Rotteckring 12 in Freiburg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. It serves adult learners across the Freiburg region with a comprehensive catalog spanning nine subject areas: Grundbildung (basic literacy), Politik/Gesellschaft/Umwelt, Kultur/Gestalten, Gesundheit, Fremdsprachen, Berufliche Bildung, Deutsch lernen (including Integrationskurse and Berufssprachkurse), Schulabschlüsse (via Abendgymnasium, Abendrealschule, and supplementary Hauptschulabschluss), and Spezial programs. Additional offerings include corporate and private training (Firmen-/Privat-Schulungen), Bildungszeit (educational leave) courses, the vhespresso short-course format, language placement testing, and an art program (Kunstkolleg).

The institution's technology stack centers on a TYPO3 CMS website with integrated course search, wishlist, shopping cart, and customer portal, supported by Zoom for Education for online delivery, mail2many newsletters via Atrivio GmbH, Eye-Able accessibility software, Google Analytics, and Klaro cookie consent management. Distribution runs through direct online enrollment, in-person registration at headquarters, phone/email channels, semiannual printed Programmheft brochures distributed to households, and national platforms including vhs.cloud and vhs.kursfinder. The institution is AZAV-certified through Quacert, holds the Alpha-Siegel accessibility seal, and is GDPR-compliant.

Volkshochschule Freiburg's revenue model combines per-course enrollment fees (with tiered discounts of 10% for students, trainees, unemployed, disabled, and Freiburgpass holders, and 40% for Bürgergeld recipients), BAMF-subsidized integration and vocational language courses, tuition for formal evening secondary programs, customized corporate training, and operating subsidies from the City of Freiburg. Governance sits with Chairwoman Christine Buchheit and Director Dr. Philine Weyrauch-Herrmann. The organization has no parent company, no external investors, and operates as an autonomous non-profit under the German registered-association framework.

Volkshochschule Freiburg firmographics

Firmographics
Name
Volkshochschule Freiburg
Legal name
Volkshochschule Freiburg e.V.
Website
https://vhs-freiburg.de
Company type
Private
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
11–50 employees
Short description
Volkshochschule Freiburg e.V. is a publicly funded, non-profit adult education center in Freiburg, Germany, delivering AZAV-certified courses across nine subject areas — including BAMF-funded integration programs, vocational training, and evening secondary school qualifications — to general learners, immigrants, and regional employers.
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

Volkshochschule Freiburg industry classification

Industry
Product category
Adult Continuing Education
NAICS
All Other Schools and Instruction (61169), Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Other Schools and Instruction (6116)
SIC
Services-Educational Services (8200)
akta.pro primary industry
Workforce Development & Continuing Education Divisions (Noncredit) (EDAHADAG)
akta.pro secondary industry
Subject-Specific Short Courses & Academies (e.g., STEM, Business, Arts) (EDAIAIAC)

Keywords

  • Adult education services
  • Vocational training programs
  • Language instruction courses
  • Continuing education center
  • Community learning programs

Where Volkshochschule Freiburg is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Freiburg
HQ country
Germany
HQ region
Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

Volkshochschule Freiburg business model

Business model
GTM type
B2C
Offering type
Services
Cost components
Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

  1. Course Enrollment Fees: Fees charged per course or per semester for enrolled participants. Discounts are available for students, trainees, unemployed persons, people with disabilities (10%), Freiburgpass holders (10%), and social welfare/basic income recipients (40%).
  2. Publicly Funded Integration and Language Courses: Integrationskurse (integration courses) and Berufssprachkurse (occupational language courses) are funded through government subsidies (BAMF), making them a structured revenue stream tied to regulatory enrollment quotas.
  3. Evening Schools (Abendgymnasium & Abendrealschule): Formal secondary education programs (Abendgymnasium, Abendrealschule, and nachträglicher Hauptschulabschluss) generating tuition-based revenue.
  4. Corporate and Private Training: Customized firm and private training (Firmen-/Privat-Schulungen) offered as B2B engagement for companies in the Freiburg region.
  5. City of Freiburg Subsidies: The Volkshochschule receives financial funding from the City of Freiburg as a public education institution, supplementing course fee revenue.

Pricing tiers

ModelBillingPrice
Unit PricingPay-as-you-goStandard course fee per participant per course or semester
SubscriptionMulti-year contractIntegration and vocational language courses (BAMF-funded)
Unit PricingAnnualEvening school programs (Abendgymnasium, Abendrealschule)

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Volkshochschule Freiburg product offering

Product offering

Core offering

Volkshochschule Freiburg e.V. is the municipal adult education center of Freiburg, delivering continuing education courses across nine program areas: Grundbildung, Politik/Gesellschaft/Umwelt, Kultur/Gestalten, Gesundheit, Fremdsprachen, Berufliche Bildung, Deutsch lernen, Schulabschlüsse, and Spezial. Beyond standard courses, it offers standalone programs including BAMF-funded Integrationskurse and Berufssprachkurse, formal school qualification tracks (Abendgymnasium, Abendrealschule), the Kunstkolleg art history cycle, Bildungszeit paid educational leave, and tailored corporate and private training.

Product overview

Volkshochschule Freiburg is a community education center (Volkshochschule) offering a comprehensive adult education platform with diverse course offerings across multiple departments. The portfolio includes Grundbildung (basic literacy), Fremdsprachen (foreign languages including German as a foreign language), Berufliche Bildung (vocational training with IT and business software courses), Gesundheit (health and wellness), Kultur und Gestalten (culture and arts including the Kunstkolleg art program), Politik und Gesellschaft (political education), and Schulabschlüsse (secondary school qualifications). Specialized programs include Abendschulen (evening schools: Abendgymnasium and Abendrealschule), Integrationskurse (integration courses for immigrants), Berufssprachkurse (vocational German courses), Firmenschulungen (corporate training), and Bildungszeit (educational leave programs). The digital platform includes course search, online registration with shopping cart functionality, customer portal with account management, language placement testing, and online course delivery via video conferencing. The Sommer 2026 program marks the current seasonal offering cycle.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

  • Grundbildung (Basic Education)

Companies that use Volkshochschule Freiburg

Customer profile

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Volkshochschule Freiburg technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API
No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature3 records

Volkshochschule Freiburg partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

  • Netzwerk Fortbildung Baden-WürttembergminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerA regional network of continuing education providers in Baden-Württemberg. The Netzwerk Fortbildung logo appears in the partner/siegel section of the vhs Freiburg website footer.
  • Xpert BusinessminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerA standardized business and finance qualification system used by German Volkshochschulen. vhs Freiburg offers Xpert Business courses and the logo appears in the partner section.
  • onlinevhs-bw.de (Online VHS Baden-Württemberg)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorA state-level online education platform for Baden-Württemberg Volkshochschulen, enabling online course delivery and broader program access. The onlinevhs-bw logo appears in the partner section.
  • Förderverein Pro vhs Freiburg e.V.minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerA supporting association (friends and sponsors' association) for vhs Freiburg. The Förderverein is listed under the 'Über uns' (About us) section and likely provides additional fundraising, event support, and community advocacy.
  • Stärke-Gutschein (Freiburg)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerA municipal voucher program in Freiburg to support participation in educational offerings. The Stärke-Gutschein logo appears in the partner section, suggesting cross-promotion or acceptance of these educational vouchers.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Volkshochschule Freiburg competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Volkshochschule Freiburg social profiles

Digital presence

Volkshochschule Freiburg compliance and trust

Trust signal

Compliance3 records

Volkshochschule Freiburg financial estimates

Financial estimate

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Volkshochschule Freiburg leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Volkshochschule Freiburg funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Volkshochschule Freiburg M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Volkshochschule Freiburg

What does Volkshochschule Freiburg do?

Volkshochschule Freiburg e.V. is the municipal adult education center of Freiburg, delivering continuing education courses across nine program areas: Grundbildung, Politik/Gesellschaft/Umwelt, Kultur/Gestalten, Gesundheit, Fremdsprachen, Berufliche Bildung, Deutsch lernen, Schulabschlüsse, and Spezial. Beyond standard courses, it offers standalone programs including BAMF-funded Integrationskurse and Berufssprachkurse, formal school qualification tracks (Abendgymnasium, Abendrealschule), the Kunstkolleg art history cycle, Bildungszeit paid educational leave, and tailored corporate and private training.

Is Volkshochschule Freiburg a public or private company?

Volkshochschule Freiburg is a private company. It is classified as nonprofit foundation owned and is currently operating.

When was Volkshochschule Freiburg founded?

Volkshochschule Freiburg was founded in -1. It employs 11 to 50 people.

Where is Volkshochschule Freiburg based?

Volkshochschule Freiburg is headquartered in Freiburg, Germany, in the Europe region.

How does Volkshochschule Freiburg make money?

Five revenue lines are on record. Course Enrollment Fees are the primary driver. The others are publicly Funded Integration and Language Courses, evening Schools (Abendgymnasium & Abendrealschule), corporate and Private Training and city of Freiburg Subsidies.

Does Volkshochschule Freiburg have an API?

No public API is recorded for Volkshochschule Freiburg.

What industry is Volkshochschule Freiburg in?

Volkshochschule Freiburg's product category is Adult Continuing Education. Its primary akta.pro industry code is EDAHADAG, Workforce Development & Continuing Education Divisions (Noncredit), with a secondary code of EDAIAIAC, Subject-Specific Short Courses & Academies (e.g., STEM, Business, Arts). Its NAICS code is 61169 and its SIC code is 8200.

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